Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist IR/ Cath Lab Radiological Technologist

This position is in the IR/ Cardiology/ Hybrid OR section of the Radiology Service at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center. The duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the medical center including Interventional Radiology, cardiac catheterization and hybrid OR procedures and other patient care areas involved with these services.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The incumbent operates independently and without direct supervision as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist and may have additional registries or certifications IR, Cardiovascular or Hybrid OR specialties. Employee will be able to perform varying complex therapeutic procedural modalities including Electrophysiology, Permanent Pacemaker, and Internal Defibrillator implantation as well as Interventional Radiology and Hybrid OR procedures. The technologist will also perform diagnostic procedures of all modalities listed. Operates independently and without direct supervision as the technologist responsible for the performance and coordination of all Vascular/Interventional (Angiography/Hybrid OR) exams and procedures and reconstructions of raw data associated with these examinations. Employees must have advanced knowledge of complex equipment and specific attention to detail. Technologist performs highly specialized and complex examination in these areas: cardiovascular/interventional radiology/electrophysiological. The cardiovascular-interventional radiology specialty requires additional knowledge of vascular systems and major vessel anatomy. Ability to communicate with staff and Attending Physicians, Fellow, Residents, and Students. Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices. Knowledge of radiation protection standards, minimum radiographic exposure techniques and employing lead shielding when performing standard or fluoroscopic procedures. Comprehensive knowledge of vascular and cardiovascular procedures Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices and regulations. Knowledge of instructional techniques to educate newly hired or promoted technologist or cardiology fellows/residents/students of the function of the exams. Maintains work area safety, keeps Cath Lab and Angio suite and control rooms organized and properly cleaned. Coordinates cleaning with EMS. Receives and interprets all radiology requests and consults pertaining to Angio/Interventional exams and procedures. Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer, and registers requests, cancels, and edits exams via the computerized patient record system (CPRS). Sends all exam/image information to VISTA archive and maintains a backup The Cath lab and Angio/Interventional tech may also participate in the emergency on/call schedule. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 4213-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.